Pediatric Nephrology Opportunity at Driscoll Children’s Hospital in South Texas

Pediatric Nephrologist Opportunities – Driscoll Health System
Locations: Corpus Christi & Edinburg, Texas
Join the Only Freestanding Children’s Hospital in South Texas

The Driscoll Health System is seeking a BC/BE Pediatric Nephrologist to join our well-established and growing program, with openings at both our Corpus Christi and Edinburg locations. This is an exceptional opportunity to work in a mission-driven environment dedicated to delivering the highest standard of pediatric nephrology care to the children of South Texas.

About the Pediatric Nephrology Program:

• Full range of clinical services including:
  • Living and deceased donor transplantation
  • Acute and chronic hemodialysis and peritoneal dialysis
  • Plasmapheresis and CRRT
• Home to the only freestanding pediatric hemodialysis unit in South Texas:
  • Corpus Christi: 5-station unit
  • Rio Grande Valley: 4-station unit
• Supported by a multidisciplinary team including:
  • Experienced dialysis nurses
  • Dedicated renal dietitian
  • Social workers
  • Child life specialists
• Active participant in:
  • NAPRTCS
  • SCOPE
  • Midwest Pediatric Nephrology Consortium
  • CKiD
  • IROC

Candidate Requirements:

• Board Certified/Board Eligible in Pediatrics and Pediatric Nephrology
• Eligible for medical licensure in the state of Texas
• Passion for clinical excellence, collaboration, and community-based care

Compensation & Benefits:

• Highly competitive salary
• Comprehensive benefits package, including:
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Disability and life insurance
  • Robust retirement plans
  • Generous PTO and paid holidays
  • CME allowance and paid CME days
  • Malpractice coverage

About Driscoll Children's Hospital:

Corpus Christi
A 191-bed pediatric tertiary care center offering over 30 medical and surgical specialties. Driscoll serves a large catchment area, including Corpus Christi, the Rio Grande Valley, Victoria, and Laredo. As the only free-standing children’s hospital in South Texas since 1953, Driscoll is home to:

• South Texas’ first dedicated pediatric emergency room
• Over 141,000 annual patient visits

Rio Grande Valley (Edinburg)
The new freestanding children’s hospital will be located on the Doctors Hospital Renaissance Health campus. Pediatric services include:

• Pediatric subspecialty clinics
• Acute inpatient and outpatient surgery
• Emergency care
• Level III NICU and PICU
• Rehabilitation, therapy services, imaging, and more

Community Highlights:

Corpus Christi, TX

• Coastal city with access to 9 beaches
• Outdoor activities: kayaking, parasailing, paddleboarding, horseback riding
• Family attractions: Texas State Aquarium, USS Lexington
• Mild year-round climate
• Low cost of living and no state income tax

Edinburg/McAllen-Mission Metro Area, TX

• Ranked among the least expensive metro areas in the U.S.
• Safe neighborhoods and strong community feel
• Access to 3 airports with connections to Dallas, Houston, Las Vegas, and Mexico City
• Warm weather year-round, close to South Padre Island
• Excellent for outdoor enthusiasts and families
• No state income tax

Apply Today!
If you’re looking to make a meaningful impact in a supportive and dynamic environment, we encourage you to apply. Join Driscoll Health System and help shape the future of pediatric care in South Texas.

About Driscoll Children’s Hospital – Rio Grande Valley:

Opening soon on the campus of Doctors Hospital at Renaissance, Driscoll Children’s Hospital RGV will be the only freestanding, designated children's hospital in the region. The hospital will offer comprehensive pediatric services, including:

• Pediatric subspecialty care
• Inpatient and outpatient surgery
• Emergency services
• Level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU)
• Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU)
• Imaging and laboratory services
• Rehabilitation, including physical, occupational, and speech therapy
• Child Life program

This expansion continues the legacy of Clara Driscoll, who founded Driscoll Children’s Hospital in Corpus Christi in 1953 to provide world-class pediatric care to the children of South Texas.

About Edinburg, Texas:

Nestled in the heart of the Rio Grande Valley, Edinburg is a vibrant city known for its rich history, cultural diversity, and exceptional quality of life. Highlights include:

• Recognized by Forbes as one of the “Best Performing and Fastest Growing Areas in the Nation”
• Home to multiple higher education institutions, including:
• The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley
• South Texas College
• Texas State Technical College
• Mild year-round climate perfect for outdoor activities such as golf, tennis, and cycling
• Affordable cost of living with no state income tax